Accounts Payable Coordinator

Job Title

Accounts Payable Coordinator

Atlanta, Georgia

Regular

Full-Time

The Accounts Payable Coordinator verifies and performs system entries for invoices and other payment requests. This role serves as the primary point of contact for vendors, financial and accounting staff, and other Institute personnel on matters related to payment status and other accounts payable issues.

• Reviews requests for payment (invoices, check requests, employee payment requests), verifies accuracy and validity, and enters payment requests into the financial system.
• Collaborate with the AP Accounting team to resolve payment discrepancies and returned payments and/or checks.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Responds to inquiries from vendors, contractors, department managers, and employees regarding payment status and other issues related to accounts payable.
• Coordinates, prepares, and analyzes vendor statement reconciliations and resolves any outstanding invoices and discrepancies with efficient delivery of reconciliation.
• Evaluate purchase products and services and ensure compliance with the Institute's policies and procedures and all government regulations when applicable.
• Participates in internal and external audits of the credit card/expense report functions.
• Assists with updating accounts payable policies.
• Gather performance metrics to assist with reporting; may utilize a variety of electronic systems to manage requisitions, conduct auctions, and manage vendors and/or inventories.
• Answer inquiries from vendors on invoice status and other payment-related matters.

• Educational Requirements: High School Diploma, GED, or Vocational School Diploma. Vocational training or a degree may be preferred or required for some profiles.
• Required Experience: One or more years of relevant experience.
• Proposed Salary: $41,551–$46,696 Annual Compensation, commensurate with education and experience.
• Skills: Working knowledge of payables processing procedures and use of related system applications and processing hardware/equipment. Strong customer service and communication skills. Ability to plan and organize work.

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. In accordance with federal and state law, the Institute provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services.

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position will not travel.
• This position does not require security clearance.

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